Marcoleta case possible speedy disposition ‘may break record’

Inquirer.net - Oct 16, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The possible speedy disposition of  the plunder case of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta may possibly break the record, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Friday.  Remulla made this remark as Ombudsman’s special prosecutors finished presenting its evidence before the Sandiganbayan Third Division on the first day of plunder trial last week. READ: Prosecution rests

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